It’s been a while since we heard anything substantial aboutProject L, Riot Games' upcoming2D fighting game set in theLeague of Legendsuniverse. The fact that the game is still carrying a working title might be an indication that the development is being carried out at a relatively slow pace, but thankfully Riot is eager to provide updates regarding its development from time to time. Recently, Riot confirmed thatProject Lwill be yet another game adopting the studio’s formula of success by going the free-to-play route.
Project Lwas first announced back in 2019 alongsideLegends of RuneterraandValorant, both of which have already shipped. In a trailer that aired in November 2021, Riot stated thatProject Lwill be an assist-based fighting game, with two fighters per team. The game is said to be employing mechanics that are “easy to learn, but hard to master,” something that Riot has often used when describing its other games, particularlyLeague of Legends.
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In a new dev diary video, executive producer Tom Cannon said thatProject Lwill be free to play, with the goal to remove as many barriers as possible from players enjoying the game. He also noted that the news likely won’t surprise anyone already familiar withLeague of Legends,Valorant, and otherRiot’s free-to-play titles, and added thatProject Lwill employ monetization schemes that are respectful of both players' time and wallets.
Cannon also shared that theProject Lteam is currently finishing up work on core mechanics of the game. He explained that most of the team has already moved on to build game features such as competitive play and social system, as well as to further develop the character roster. Cannon also used the opportunity to introduce Illaoi, the Kraken Priestess, as the nextLeaguechampioncoming toProject L.
Illaoi will join five other previously confirmedLeaguechampions inProject L: Ahri, Darius, Ekko, Jinx, and Katarina. TheProject Lteam wants each champion to deliver more than what players expect them to. As forwhichLeaguechampions will eventually feature inProject L, the team said that it is committed to bringing a diverse and inclusive roster.
Unfortunately, Riot still doesn’t have a firm release window forProject L, but Cannon promises to share one more update about the game later this year. Hopefully, it will be about when players can at least expect to play the game.
Project Lis currently in development with no confirmed release date.
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